Samsung 17.5 cu. ft. Smart Counter Depth 3-Door French Door Refrigerator
- Refrigerator
- 18 cu ft
- 11.7 cu ft
- 11.7 cu ft
- More reviewed than 71%
A capable counter depth French door fridge with useful WiFi safety alerts, but door alignment and shelf spacing complaints show up often enough in reviews to check before buying.
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How it ranks among the 23 refrigerators we track
3.9★ across 23 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
23 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Samsung RF18A5101SR/AA is a 33 inch wide, counter depth, 17.5 cu ft French door refrigerator with a three door layout and WiFi connectivity. It targets kitchens that want a built-in look without a full built-in installation.
Counter depth models trade some interior volume for a flush cabinet line, and this Samsung keeps that tradeoff while adding WiFi alerts for open doors or power loss and independent fridge and freezer cooling through Twin Cooling Plus. Reviewers are split on long-term reliability, and several describe the actual dimensions differently than expected, so measuring the opening before ordering matters here.
- 33 inch wide, 17.5 cu ft counter depth capacity
- WiFi connectivity with door and power alerts
- Twin Cooling Plus independent climate control
- Fingerprint-resistant stainless finish
Who it's for
Suits kitchens replacing an existing counter depth fridge where cabinet depth is fixed and a built-in look matters more than maximum interior space. Buyers wanting a full-depth fridge with more storage should look elsewhere.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers praise the freezer drawer's space and the counter depth look, but several report door alignment issues that trigger a closing alarm, shipping dents, fewer interior LED lights than expected, and at least one reviewer describes cooling failure after about a year of ownership.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Counter depth doors sit flush with cabinetry
- WiFi alerts for power loss or an open door
- Twin Cooling Plus runs fridge and freezer independently
- Energy Star certified
Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | RF18A5101SR/AA |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 205 pounds |
| Size | 18 cu ft |
| Depth With Door Open Maximum | 51.1 inches |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 28.5 × 32.1 × 70 inches |
| Door Orientation | horizontal |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 18 cu ft |
| Refrigerator Net Capacity | 11.7 cu ft |
| Fresh Food Capacity | 11.7 cu ft |
| Freezer Capacity | 5.8 cu ft |
| Defrost System Type | Frost Free |
| Adjustable Temperature Control | Yes |
| Cooling Method | Compressor |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 595 Kilowatt Hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Shelf Type | Glass |
| Door Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Number Of Shelves | 3 |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Types | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Adjustable Shelves |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Lock Type | Electronic |
| Compressor Type | rotary_scroll |
| Number of Doors | 3 |
| Number of Sections | 3 |
| Number Of Racks | 3 |
| Has Convertible Freezer | No |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Product Cordless | No |
| Is Customizable | No |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Additional Features | Adjustable Shelves, App Control, Energy Efficient, Separate Freezer, Touch Control |
| BEE Star Rating | 4.3 star |
| Refrigerant | R-600A |
| Form Factor | French Door |
| Specification Met | Energy Star |
| Configuration | French Door |
| Item Type Name | French Door Refrigerator |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in refrigerators.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung 17.5 cu. ft. Smart Counter Depth 3-Door French Door RefrigeratorThis product | 3.9 / 5 | 23 | 2.7 / 5 |
| Frigidaire, 2 Door Apartment Size RETRO Refrigerator with Top Freezer, Chrome Handles…Frigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 265 | 4.1 / 5 |
| WESTLAKE 82" W Commercial Refrigerator 3 door 3 Section Stainless Steel Reach in Solid…WESTLAKE | 4.4 / 5 | 54 | 3.6 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER 17 Cu. Ft. Convertible Freezer RefrigeratorBLACK+DECKER | 4.2 / 5 | 123 | 3.5 / 5 |
| LG 36 Inch Smart French Door Refrigerator with 28 cu.ft. CapacityLG | 3.7 / 5 | 9 | 2.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Samsung RF18A5101SR/AA
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How wide is the Samsung RF18A5101SR/AA?
It measures 33 inches wide, which some buyers say reads narrower than expected against a 35 inch cutout, so confirm the opening first.
Does this Samsung fridge connect to WiFi?
Yes, it sends notifications if the temperature rises from a power outage or a door is left open.
Is this a counter depth or standard depth refrigerator?
It is counter depth, built to sit flush with surrounding cabinetry rather than protrude past the counter edge.